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The times require new leadership

Ellen Dorsey 5 March 2024 For Subscribers

At this moment of crisis and possibility, philanthropy must change – and it will need leadership to do so We are on the cusp of one of those profound tectonic shifts in our global society and …

Hilton Foundation and USAid agree framework for local led development 

Shafi Musaddique 5 March 2024

The United States Agency for International Development, otherwise known as USAid, has signed an agreement with the Hilton Foundation in a government-foundation partnership.  Early childhood development, youth empowerment, disaster response and humanitarian assistance, safe water …

Half a billion dollar local journalism initiative expands across US

Shafi Musaddique 29 February 2024

A national coalition of funders investing over $500 million to boost local journalism in the US is expanding into 17 new regions and communities.  Mississippi, Wyoming and New Mexico are among US states joining the Press …

Twenty major foundations sign climate adaptation commitment

Shafi Musaddique 27 February 2024

Twenty major philanthropic funders have signed a call for action outlaying stronger commitments towards funding climate resilience and adaptation.   Among the signatories includes, but not limited to, the Aga Khan Foundation, Arab Foundations Forum, …

Localising philanthropy – what does it entail?

Arun Kumar and Ritesh Datta 26 February 2024

Localisation, shifting power and decolonisation are among the most talked about phrases in social development spaces today. If pursued earnestly, they have the potential to positively alter the impact of social development efforts globally. It …

To ensure education in Ukraine, provide flexible funding to grassroots groups

Ashani Ratnayake 22 February 2024

Russia’s ongoing war on Ukraine has had devastating impacts on children’s access to education. Many schools were unable to reopen for in-person classes this fall, and some students struggled to access online classes due to …

Western sanctions pushes Russian philanthropy closer into Kremlin arms

Shafi Musaddique 20 February 2024 For Subscribers

Two years on since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin’s grip has tightened across society. The recent death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, held in an Arctic prison camp, is a …

Patience: The Missing Piece of Your Fundraising Strategy

Carlos Miranda 20 February 2024

The frequency of disasters – from floods, to earthquakes, hurricanes and war – is borderline desensitizing. There’s one thing, however, that never fails to fill me with hope: no matter where tragedy strikes, people and …

Climate Philanthropy in Action: Youth Voices Echoing Through COP28

Melissa Ouya and Alexia Kioko 16 February 2024

Climate philanthropy goes beyond charity, it is an investment in the planet we inherit and the legacy we leave behind. African youth are at the forefront in developing cutting-edge tactics for climate adaptation. They contribute …

Nippon Foundation ramps up Japan earthquake relief efforts 

Shafi Musaddique 13 February 2024

The Nippon Foundation says it remains active in relief efforts in the Sea of Japan, five weeks after a 7.5 magnitude earthquake destroyed over 43,000 homes.   The Japanese cities of Wajima and Suzu, where …